Essays and Research Papers on Campaigns

15 pages in length. Determining whether or not private morality should be a component of political leadership is not the same as deciding if the person in question is capable of handling the demands of such an office. Indeed, while some believe there exists a distinct connection between the two issues, others think that ...

This 12 page paper explores the issue citing several races in the states of Georgia, Maryland, New York and Missouri. A thesis that such a polarity exists is discussed in light of the racial divisiveness in America in general. Causes and solutions are explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

6 pages. An in-depth look at the reign of Francois Mitterand who served as President of France for fourteen years. This paper delves into the politics, friendships, books and death of Mitterand. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

20 pages in length. Discusses the relationship the media plays in weakening the office of the U. S. Presidency. A major challenge for any public relations practitioner confronting an organizational crisis, disaster, emergency, or even serious problem is dealing with the broadcast media. Broadcast reporters, because of the nature of television coverage, its ...

This 5 page essay presents definitions and views on patriotism in the United States. The focus of the paper is on how patriotism can be preserved. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page overview of the Kennedy administration and the rhetoric employed by it. Emphasizes the lofty goals of Kennedy's inaugural address and contrasts his actual accomplishments with those goals. Concludes that while Kennedy proclaimed 'Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country', what we should ask is ...

8 pages in length. Explores both sides of the issues presented during the debate in New Hampshire on January 26, 2000. Focus is on the tax cuts proposed by both George W. Bush and John McCain, as well as their stand on other topics such as abortion and social security funding. Bibliography ...

An 8 page analytic essay that examines the media's extensive coverage of the nation's Presidential Primaries and the direct effect this coverage has on campaign strategy and voter decision. Included is a discussion of different approaches used by print media that focuses on articles appearing in the New York Times and Time Magazine. ...

3 pages in length. The writer discusses the social issue of national economic policy with regard to candidate Bush. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report briefly discusses the numerous issues associated with campaign financing in the 2000 presidential campaign. Both Vice President Al Gore and Governor George W. Bush can be expected to spend record amounts on their efforts to win the November election. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the way in which democracy operates in America. The way the voice of the people is represented and possible alternatives of a more democratic electoral system are also discussed. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 5.5 page paper examines patterns in Latino politics, moving from civil rights based issues to more broad-based national concerns of cultural, political and economic natures. In California alone, Latino/Hispanic voting quadruped in the last presidential election. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. Evaluating the presidency of Bill Clinton is fraught with stumbling blocks – both personal and professional – that effectively stand in the way of performing an unbiased assessment. Indeed, Clinton has found himself in a handful of compromising positions that have caused not only his reputation but also his ...

A 5 page paper discussing the differences. Elections in many of the world's nations dissolve into riots and can be more devisive than unifying. Such is not the case in either the US or Turkey - both nations are able to conduct elections and institute the resulting mandates of the citizenry with relative ...

This 15 page paper provides an overview of the presidential primaries which took place primarily in 1999. Candidates George W. Bush and John McCain are highlighted. The democratic campaign is also touched on and projections are made. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page paper discussing the management technique of this president. President George Bush is maligned by some, labeled ineffective by others. In retrospect, there were telling signs that Bush was a president of a single facet, that of foreign policy. His domestic policies often were the victims of systemic inadequacies in the administration. ...

This 5 page paper provides an analytical view of the issue of George Bush's sometimes contradictory conservatism regarding affiliations with church leaders. While George W. Bush has asserted his Christian affiliation and has talked openly about embracing his religious ideals, he has also shied away from affiliations with men like Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson, even ...

This six-page-paper presents a discussion on the Saturday Night Massacre during the Watergate Scandal, and now it affected the American people. Richard M. Nixon, the events of Watergate and the outcome are all detailed. Bibliography lists four sources.

A 10 page discussion of the 1912 presidential election. Examines the emergence of a third political party, the Bull Moose Party. Contends that this emergence severed the Republican vote and played a greater role in winning the election of 1912 for Woodrow Wilson than did Wilson's skills or platform. Bibliography lists 6 ...

(12 pp) Neither Bush nor Gore seem to have impressed most of the swing voters after a Washington Post survey last week. In fact, many have reservations about both major party candidates. Martha Howland, who lives in a Columbus, Ohio suburb said she "is not pleased with either of the presidential candidates, ...

This 5 page report discusses Vice President Al Gore’s campaign for the presidency from the perspective of a successful political consult who wants Gore to make a significant impact with the voters through his choice of Senator Dianne Feinstein of California. The consultant believes it is time that Gore announce a running-mate and that running-mate should be a woman, from a ...

This excellent 5 page paper discusses the fact that philosophy is an academic arena which most view as having little to do with the real world. In viewing the presidential hopefuls, however, and studying their party platforms, we can see how some of their policies and views reflect statements and ideals set by such philosophers as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, ...

5 pages in length. The writer analyzes Bush and Gore's platforms and discusses the difference between their economic principles. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides a comparison between George W. Bush and Vice President Al Gore and argues that George W. Bush should be president. This paper compares the positive elements of the Bush campaign and of Bush's character and message against those of Al Gore and demonstrates why George W. Bush should be ...

5 pages in length. The writer evaluates George W. Bush's web site based upon the CAPITAL method. No additional sources cited.